1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 355 Spider | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
